Tannin Aquatics
CCA Members
When we are designing and constructing our aquariums, I sometimes wonder if we consider if we are building them for "the long run" versus "the short run."In other words, are we creating an aquarium that's designed from the start to be a showpiece, perhaps developed for a competition or temporary display, or is the system being designed, configured, equipped, and stocked with the intention of it being operational for an indefinite period of time?
If you're stocking for the long haul, especially if you're planning on running a tank with leaves and other botanicals, you need to take into account the continuous breakdown of materials within the aquarium, and the need to address both their contribution to the tank's bioload and the need for replacement of these materials on a regular basis. (click to read more)
If you're stocking for the long haul, especially if you're planning on running a tank with leaves and other botanicals, you need to take into account the continuous breakdown of materials within the aquarium, and the need to address both their contribution to the tank's bioload and the need for replacement of these materials on a regular basis. (click to read more)
